1. Go to New York State Senate - External link opens new window
  2. In the box labeled “Search Word or Phrase”, type Child Protective Proceedings and click Search
  3. In the results, click on Family Court Act Article 10
  4. On the next page, click on Part 1
  5. On the next page, click on Part 1012
  6. Review the appropriate section of the Family Court Act to find the following information:
(e) – Definition of Abused Child
(f) - Definition of Neglected Child
(g) – Person Legally Responsible
(h) – Impairment